Waitlist is the list used in reservations for passengers/clients who are waiting for Confirmation of a service, which is fully Booked at the time of reservation
Other definition:
Waitlist is a list of clients awaiting transportation or accommodations at times when they are not available. Waitlisted clients are confirmed as a result of subsequent cancellations.
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